But Did YOU Die Tho? Confessions of a Widow by Carmen Barton
But Did You Die Tho... Confessions of a Widow is the unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply human podcast from comedian Carmen Barton, marking the four-year anniversary of the sudden loss of her husband, podcaster Anthony Carthan. Broadcasting from the very LA home where Anthony built his podcast dreams, Carmen steps up to the mic to share her own journey—this time, blending gut-busting comedy with raw confessions, unexpected hope, and unapologetic truth.
Through laughter, tears, and a little bit of side-eye, Carmen invites listeners into her world as she navigates widowhood, healing, and the wild road back to truly living. Whether she’s dropping punchlines or peeling back the layers of grief, she’s doing it with heart, humor, and a dash of shenanigans.
This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a resurrection. And trust, you’ll laugh, cry, and ask yourself: But did you die tho?
Full Bio
🎤 About Carmen Barton
Carmen Barton sizzles as one of the most captivating female comics to grace the stage! With a natural flair for entertainment, she effortlessly juggles the roles of a new widow and mother to three adult children. Even amid her personal struggles, Carmen's relatability, adaptability, and refreshing take on life never fail to win over audiences.
In the midst of her grief, Carmen bravely shared snippets of her journey in an anthology, propelling her book, And Then She Bounced Back, to the top of Amazon's best sellers list!
Armed with an uncanny ability to find humor in life's trials, Carmen fearlessly transforms her most painful and awkward moments into uproarious comedy.
Hailing from Ferguson, a quaint suburb near St. Louis, Missouri, Carmen's knack for entertaining was evident from a young age as she regaled friends, family, and colleagues with her wit and charm.
Now ascending in Hollywood, Carmen's trajectory is set as she embarks on a global mission: to spread laughter far and wide.
In addition to gracing stages at clubs, colleges, and military bases nationwide, Carmen has brought her comedic talents to Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan, lifting the spirits of troops stationed abroad.
Carmen's television debut on Starz Networks' Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Stand Up marked just the beginning of her small screen success. From Nickelodeon's popular comedy series NickMom Night Out to Bounce TV's Off The Chain and Starz's Staan Dup!, Carmen's comedic prowess knows no bounds. Her stand-up routines, featured on Comedy In Color season 3, are now available for streaming on Tubi, Peacock, Amazon, and AppleTV. Recently, Carmen dazzled audiences as the star and Associate Producer of her debut film, This is Life, also streaming on Tubi and Amazon.
Catch Carmen's uproarious antics as a resident juror on BET Networks' Ms. Pat Settles It, a side-splitting, unscripted courtroom show where her courtroom theatrics keep the laughter flowing.
Blessed with both beauty and brains, Carmen's act is a breath of fresh air, seamlessly blending timely humor with her signature flair. With cutting-edge performances and captivating storytelling, Carmen Barton leaves audiences clamoring for more.
But Did YOU Die Tho? Confessions of a Widow by Carmen Barton
EP 5: Grief be Griefing
Episode 5:
Grief Be Griefing
Description:
In this emotional and powerful episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Comedian Carmen Barton takes us back to the first 90 days after losing her husband, Anthony “Nick” Carthan. She shares the raw, pivotal moments of early grief — from the overwhelming weight of daily life to the small victories of survival.
One of the most life-changing experiences she highlights is attending Camp Widow, a program designed to connect widows and widowers through community, workshops, and healing (learn more at campwidow.org).
This episode also features her signature 4Cs and 2Fs Report Card segment, focusing on Fashion, where Carmen breaks down the outfit she’s rocking — because healing can come with style. Plus, she reads heartfelt comments from listeners and announces a fun giveaway: But Did You Die Though podcast pillows 🎁 for lucky audience members!
🗒️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
The First 90 Days – How Carmen survived the rawest season of grief.
- Camp Widow – Why this experience was a turning point in her healing journey.
- Report Card Segment: Fashion – A look at Carmen’s outfit of the day and how fashion remains part of her expression.
- Audience Comments – Real voices, real love, and listener engagement.
- Giveaway Alert – Win your own But Did You Die Though podcast pillow!
📨 Participate & Win:
- Send your Comical Confession or grief story to: butdidyoudiethopodcast@gmail.com
- Follow Carmen on Instagram: @carmencomedy
- Subscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton Comedy
- Connect via Linktree: @carmenbarton
📌 Mentioned in This Episode:
- Camp Widow – campwidow.org
- Philthy Ragz (Fashion Feature from Ep. 4) – @philthyragz | Shop Styles
- Book: Phenomenal: Gurl That’s U! Letters to My Younger Self by Dagne Barton – Purchase Her
- 🎤 About Carmen Barton
Carmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality known for her quick wit and authentic storytelling. A widow and mother of three, she fearlessly transforms life’s toughest moments into laughter, whether on stage, on screen, or behind the podcast mic. From Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Stand Up to BET’s Ms. Pat Settles It, and her Amazon best-selling
Closing Note: You’ve officially been Carmonized! Tune in next week for more laughter, lessons, and real-life conversations on love, loss, and living out loud. Follow; Like and Subscribe @CarmenComedy in IG
- Follow Carmen on Instagram: @carmencomedy
- Subscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton Comedy
- Connect via Linktree: @carmenbarton
🎤 About Carmen Barton
Carmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality known for her quick wit and authentic storytelling. A widow and mother of three, she fearlessly transforms life’s toughest moments into laughter, whether on stage, on screen, or behind the podcast mic.
🎬 Production Credits:
- Executive Producer: Carmen Barton
- Senior Producer: Coach Dagne Barton